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Fixed Assets/Plant Accountant / Plant Accounting Manager

 

Department:	Financial & Administrative Services
Reports to:	Controller
Location:	330 S US Highway 301, Sumterville, FL 33585
Pay Rate:	Based on qualifications and experience	Classification:	Non-Represented – Exempt
Posting Date(s):	Thursday, 05/09/2024*	# of Vacancies:		1

 

*This posting will be closed and no longer available to receive applications upon SECO Energy’s discretion.

^ SECO Energy is a not-for-profit electric distribution cooperative serving over 200,000 families and businesses across seven counties in

   Central Florida, making SECO Energy the third largest electric co-op in Florida and the sixth largest in the nation.

^ SECO Energy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment  

    without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, genetics or individuals with disabilities, or protected veteran status.

^ Qualified employees will be considered on an equal basis with external applicants.

 

General Purpose

Plant Accountant

This position will share responsibility for accounts payable and receivable to support the daily accounting activities of the Cooperative, its month-end process, year-end audit process and various special projects; general ledger transactions and reports, balancing, reconciliations; depreciation, tax reports, cash receipts and disbursements, fixed assets, and asset management.

Plant Accountant Manager

This position will act as SECO Energy’s subject matter expert in plant accounting, providing training and support to all departments regarding work order procedures, accuracy in material, assembly units and asset recordkeeping, etc. This position will support accounts payable and receivable, daily accounting activities of the Cooperative, its month-end process, year-end audit process and various special projects; general ledger transactions and reports, balancing, reconciliations; depreciation, tax reports, cash receipts and disbursements, fixed assets, and asset management as needed.

Minimum Required Qualifications and Competencies

The following includes the minimum job requirements and essential duties for this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Some job requirements may exclude individuals that cannot be reasonably accommodated or who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

Plant Accountant

Education  

Experience

Plant Accountant Manager

Education

Experience

Other Requirements Plant Accountant and Plant Accountant Manager

• Ability to work irregular hours for assignment completion and flexibility to change scheduling and report to work on short notice during emergency situations.
• Ability to operate a variety of office equipment, including a personal computer, printers, copy machines, telephone, and fax machine.
• Normal work hours shall be eight (8) hours between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday.
• Successful completion of pre-employment background check, physical and drug screen.

Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesPlant Accountant and Plant Accountant Manager

• Ability to complete assignments and meet deadlines.
• Ability to use web-based software for accounting and tax reporting applications.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office products with emphasis on knowledge and efficiency in Word, Outlook, and Excel; ability to acquire skills and use of applicable corporate cost and general accounting computer systems.
• Analytical thinking, problem solving and leadership skills.
• Comprehensive knowledge in Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, concepts, and practices; accounting processes and improvement techniques and tools; application of automated systems for financial reporting and accounting purposes.
• Coordinate accounting matters with other departments.
• Demonstrated listening, verbal, and written communication skills to accurately prepare all types of office correspondence, design and produce reports.
• Effective planning and organizational skills with excellent documentation and detail orientation.
• Effectively manage stress and pressure in a frequently changing environment, ability to multi-task calmly and effectively in all situations.
• Excellent customer service orientation and interpersonal skills for effective interaction with managers, employees, vendors, subcontractors, government agencies and others.
• Exercise good judgment, sound reasoning skills and discretion in making independent decisions commensurate with responsibilities.
• Handle complex issues and problems and refer only the most complex issues to higher-level staff.
• Maintain highly confidential information.
• Manage complex segments of the accounting function.
• Perform work under minimal supervision.
• Provide leadership, coaching and/or mentoring to lower-level staff.
• Work independently and in a team environment.
• English is the primary business language. Second language in Spanish is desirable.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Plant Accountant Manager

• Ability to effectively evaluate, coordinate, and manage multiple projects and determine appropriate prioritization and resource assignment in order to meet required deadlines.
• Ability to manage and effectively communicate with the plant accounting team and cross-functional teams.

Verification: The above qualifications and competencies for this position may be verified through a combination of education, experience, interview questions and technical skills exercise(s).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of the position given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of management to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The listing of essential duties and responsibilities shall not be held to exclude other duties that may be assigned based on the needs of the Cooperative. 

Plant Accountant and Plant Accountant Manager

Plant Accounting

• Act as SECO Energy’s subject matter expert in plant accounting, providing training and support to all departments regarding work order procedures, accuracy in material, assembly unit and asset recordkeeping, etc.
• Administer the utility work order system and plant asset records.
• Manage monthly workorder closing process. Review work orders to ensure accuracy, research and make corrections as needed. Process and close work orders to general ledger and asset management.
• Apply general knowledge of accounting and utility construction principles to ensure all applicable costs are accurately charged to plant records
• Collaborate with other departments to keep apprised of workplan, current construction and capital projects.
• Resolve project cost discrepancies.

• Assist with preparation and verification of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
• Coordinate standard cost evaluation and updates.
• Assist with assembly unit review and update.
• Develop new Assets (F/K/A Continuing Property Records (CPR)) as required.
• Ensure proper asset management; maintain general plant and construction records and values; add and retire assets, manage general plant projects in coordination with department project managers; perform depreciation adjustments as appropriate.
• Work on special projects as assigned including but not limited to FEMA claims, audits, Cost of Service studies, loan documents, etc.

General Accounting

• Journal entries-enter correcting and fixed journal entries as needed
• Audit schedules-maintain assigned audit spreadsheets to ensure accurate reporting to auditors, respond to external auditor inquires as directed
• Account analysis-review general ledger accounts to identify data entry errors and budget trends
• Month-end entries-calculate/enter appropriate accruals and allocations for month-end closing
• Budgeting-perform data analysis for annual budget; prepare, analyze, and distribute monthly budget reports to departments utilizing budget and accounting software
• GL account reconciliation-monitor and reconcile account transactions
• Ensure accurate records are maintained in accordance with records retention policy
• Conduct trend and financial analysis
• Interpret/analyze financial statements
• Prepare Accounting reports
• Manage advanced projects
• Write/update job scripts and accounting procedures based on board policies and internal control standards
• Conduct internal audits

Accounts Payable

• Ensure Invoices are processed accurately and timely
• Ensure P-card transactions are processed accurately and timely
• Ensure Expense reports are processed accurately and timely

Plant Accountant Manager

• Manage the plant accounting team, providing guidance and support to maintain compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards such as RUS Uniform System of Accounts and FASB.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize the work order process and drive cost-saving initiatives.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by or those an employee encounters to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Some requirements may exclude individuals that cannot be reasonably accommodated or who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, and hear.  The employee frequently is required to walk.  The employee is occasionally required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or

feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

This position has general office environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.